Employment Application

Department of Human Resources

ONLINE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
JIPSD Is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Provider, an At-Will Employer, & a Drug-Free Workplace. We Participate in E-Verify.

An application must be completed and signed to be considered for a posted vacancy. A separate application must be submitted for each posted vacancy for which the job seeker wishes to express interest. No application will be considered for any position other than the one specified on the application form. A resume may be attached, but will NOT substitute for the fully completed application. Completing this application guarantees neither an interview nor a job. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring department.
CERTAIN INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.

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H. CODE OF CONDUCT AND STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

JIPSD CODE OF CONDUCT

This Code of Conduct sets forth guidelines for professional conduct by all individuals representing and/or acting on behalf of the James Island Public Service District (JIPSD), including Management, Supervision, Staff, and any others employed by or working at JIPSD, including temporary agency workers, volunteers, and all other representatives of JIPSD.

This Code of Conduct does not attempt to define specifically what individuals should or should not do, but instead communicates JIPSD’s expectations of proper conduct and what professional conduct JIPSD values.

All individuals representing and/or acting on behalf of JIPSD have a general duty to conduct themselves at all times in a manner that will maintain and strengthen the public’s trust and confidence in the integrity of JIPSD, and to take no actions incompatible with their obligations to JIPSD. Regarding professional conduct, all individuals representing and/or acting on behalf of JIPSD are expected to consistently demonstrate and practice:
- INTEGRITY, by exhibiting a commitment to behaving honestly and ethically;
- TRUSTWORTHINESS, by acting in a responsible, reliable, and forthright manner;
- RESPECTFULNESS, by constantly and consistently treating everyone with dignity, civility, decency, and respect;
- FAIRNESS, by treating others fairly, equitably, and with impartiality;
- STEWARDSHIP, by taking responsibility for the care and preservation of JIPSD financial and material assets and resources;
- COMPETENCE, by maintaining, and consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to properly and successfully perform the individual’s job and/or role at JIPSD;
- COMPLIANCE, by following and operating within Federal and State laws and regulations, and JIPSD policies, guidelines and procedures, as related to their duties and responsibilities;
- CONFIDENTIALITY, by protecting the integrity and security of JIPSD information such as employee records, files, and information, and contract negotiation information/documents;
- ACCOUNTABILITY, by accepting responsibility for my actions, behaviors and decisions in the course of performing my job/role with JIPSD.
Electronic Signature
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE
I understand & attest, by typing my name and the last four digits of my social security below, (it carries the same weight and legal effect as traditional paper documents and handwritten signatures) I am providing my personal signature as described in the E-Sign Act and the UETA.
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JIPSD STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

JIPSD Service Excellence begins with a commitment to the highest standards of behavior. Each member of the JIPSD Team is responsible for the organization’s success and ongoing Service Excellence.

This commitment to Service Excellence encompasses a spirit of service, respect, positive attitude, professional appearance, accountability, appropriate sharing of information, and teamwork.

Employees and Applicants must pledge to practice the following standards of behavior at all times while performing work, acting on behalf of and/or representing the James Island Public Service District. I commit to the District’s Standards of Behavior, and will demonstrate the following core principles:
 Promoting the mission, vision, and values of JIPSD
 Cooperating in a respectful and honorable manner while remaining fair & equitable
 Promoting a safe work environment
 Being accountable for the appropriate use of time and resources
 Displaying a positive attitude
 Being receptive to change
 Being fully accountable for my professional behavior and interactions
 Maintaining an appropriate/professional appearance
 Delivering excellent service to all customers
 Appropriately communicating and sharing information with others
 Promoting and exhibiting teamwork and cooperation in all areas of JIPSD.
Electronic Signature
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE
I understand & attest, by typing my name and the last four digits of my social security below, (it carries the same weight and legal effect as traditional paper documents and handwritten signatures) I am providing my personal signature as described in the E-Sign Act and the UETA.
Check box beside Yes below to continue:
- Yes
Please Type Your Name
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Date
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K. CERTIFICATION & SIGNATUREPLEASE READ AND SIGN, CERTIFYING YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE WITH THE FOLLOWING:
I understand if employed by JIPSD, I will be considered an “at-will” employee and will not have an employment contract. I understand that if employed by JIPSD, I will be required to abide by all its rules and regulations.

I understand information received by the JIPSD Department of Human Resources as a result of my signing this release may be used to assist in an investigation of me, and may be used in conjunction with my application to evaluate my suitability for employment at JIPSD. I authorize any reference checks, as well as the investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment may be considered necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I understand if I am selected for employment, my employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, to include but not necessarily limited to: a physical examination and drug and/or alcohol screen, criminal record search, my military records, my credit history, my driving record and my scholastic/educational records, public record information, and comments from previous employers for its use related to employment purposes. Under federal law, driver personal information may be obtained to carry out a government function.

In connection with my application for employment, I understand investigative inquiries about my background, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all state and federal laws, are to be made on me, including information as to my personal character, abilities, work habits, immigration status, general reputation, performance, experience, and other qualities pertinent to my qualifications for employment, including reasons for termination of past employment.

I understand that according to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I am entitled to know if employment is denied because of information obtained by my prospective employer from a Consumer Reporting Agency. Upon written request, I will be informed whether an investigative consumer report was requested and will be given full information as to the nature and scope of this investigation, as well as the name of the reporting agency or sources of information.

I authorize without reservation, any party (including but not limited to employers, law enforcement agencies, state agencies, institutions, and private information bureaus or repositories) contacted by or on behalf of JIPSD from any and all liability for damages arising from the investigation and disclosure of the requested information.

I certify I can perform, with or without reasonable accommodations, the essential functions of the position I am applying to fill.

I have reviewed the District’s Code of Conduct & Standards of Behavior, and I agree to abide by them.

I certify all information given in this application, including attachments, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and I agree if the information given is found to be false or misleading, it shall be considered sufficient cause for denial of employment or discharge.

JIPSD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, AN AT-WILL EMPLOYER, & A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE. JIPSD PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY.

BY SIGNING BELOW, I CERTIFY I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS STATED. I UNDERSTAND THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT OR OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS SUCH.

PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE YOUR APPLICATION IS FULLY COMPLETED BEFORE SUBMITTING:
Electronic Signature
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE
I understand & attest, by typing my name and the last four digits of my social security below, (it carries the same weight and legal effect as traditional paper documents and handwritten signatures) I am providing my personal signature as described in the E-Sign Act and the UETA.
Check box beside Yes below to continue:
- Yes
Please Type Your Name
Last 4 Digits of SSN
Date
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Phone
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